What are my chances of getting back to a nursing program?

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Hi,

About 7 years ago I was in the first semester of the BSN program but unfortunately things did not work out for me. I was 19 years old at the time and I was irresponsible and I didn't have the type of commitment required to be a good nurse. The sad part is that I passed the exams but it was a late paper, that my teacher refused to grade, that was ultimately my undoing. Regardless, I don't make excuses for what happened because that paper was my responsibility and I certainly understand why my teacher didn't wanna grade it. She was just trying to teach me what it was like in the real word.

After I failed, I went through an appeals process but unfortunately they decided not to let me back in. It was a tough year to say the least, but I realized that I had to get back up and learn from my mistakes. I've since graduated with another Bachelors of Science degree and I've made in the dean's list ever since I was removed from the nursing program.

Nursing has always been a passion of mine, which is why I've applied to another school and I'm starting again this fall. However, it would be great if I could finish my nursing degree at my old school because it's really been like a second home to me since I've been here for so long.

I'm planning to talk to the Dean of Nursing after the holidays. Do you think I have a chance of getting back in the nursing program at my old school? If not, can you please give me advice on what to say or do.

Thanks! :)

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Specializes in ICU / PCU / Telemetry / Oncology.

It's not like you were academically dishonest (cheating or plagiarism), I do hope you can get back in!

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Specializes in Critical Care; Cardiac; Professional Development.

I would think your odds are pretty good, if not in that institution then in a bridge program elsewhere.

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We all --well, most of us, anyway-- grow up. I had a pretty low average average in college, and when I wanted to go to grad school 7 years later I got some pushback from admissions about my grades, although my SATs and GREs were all 99th %ile. I said, "You can't tell me I can never go to graduate school because I screwed around when I was 19 and 20." They accepted that argument with the caveat that I should take two graduate level courses as a nonmatriculated student to demonstrate my level of competence and commitment. You might make a similar offer; it worked out for me. :)

Good luck to you!'

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Specializes in Family Nurse Practitioner.

I think you have a good chance. You have since then achieved another bachelor of science degree and will be returning as a mature student.

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